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MKUP 1101: Makeup Artistry Fundamentals
Effective date
January 2020
Department
Makeup Artistry
School
Continuing Studies
Description
This course prepares students to apply basic daytime makeup. Students will learn how to identify undertones using the colour wheel, select suitable makeup for every complexion, determine various face and eye shapes and use makeup to reshape and contour features accordingly, and select appropriate products for daily cleansing and daytime makeup wear.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Select appropriate products and tools for makeup applications for all skin types and needs
- Identify the characteristics of various historical decades and styles of make-up
- Implement corrective makeup techniques for various face shapes to improve balance and proportion
- Select a colour palette that compliments individuals using the colour wheel
- Demonstrate safe hygiene practices while working with products and clients
- Apply appropriate basic makeup suitable to various clients
- Recognize and identify basic bone and muscle structure of the face
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR will be assessed by the Department according to standardized practice and using one or more of the following components: challenge exam, portfolio, demonstration, interview, or external evaluation.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 18
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 18
Total Hours: 36
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 18
Total Hours: 36
Instructional Strategies
A variety of instructional strategies are used including lectures/in-class theory, group activities, applying makeup on classmates, individual assignment, in-class quizzes/tests and practical exams.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B- (68%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
20 |
A variety of assignments: research of facial anatomy, face charts, colour wheels |
|
Lab Work |
20 |
Daily makeup applications |
|
Exam |
30 |
Final practical application (in-class practical exam) |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
15 |
Written test(s) |
|
Participation |
15 |
Active participation based on a rubric |
Course topics
- Hygiene and safety
- Product Knowledge
- Colour Theory
- History of Makeup
- Skin analysis
- Foundation selection
- Face shapes
- Eye shapes
- Basic facial anatomy
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.